TRAVEL & WINE EXPERIENCES AROUND THE WORLD
Updated 5 Sep 2024
Phnom Penh Cambodia
Its all about the Wines. Food. Cocktails.
Also see our article on Siem Reap.
Cambodia is a destination you will never forget. Khmer (Pronounced Ke-Mai) people and many expats living and making a difference to the wine and cocktail scene from the fine restaurants to the wine bars to the French Hospitality and Culinary schools. Photo by Rosewood Phnom Penh Sora
The Experience.
Sora, Rosewood Phnom Penh
Listed as the World Best 50 Bars in 2022, Sora presents a 5 star experience perched over the city skyline of Phnom Penh. Rosewood welcomes one of the best mixologists every month from all the world so be on the lookout for guest appearances. Chat with Assistant Manager Mr Visal Sor Sao about wines too with an extensive Wine list on the menu.
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Vattanac Capital Mall, 66 Level 37
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https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/phnom-penh/dining/sora
Photo from Facebook/RosewoodPhnomPenh
Dining with Wines.
Wine is best with food & friends. Here's some of our favorites.
Le Manolis
Le Manolis | A French restaurant that curates fine wines, food, cigars, cocktails. Dine at this restaurant, start with a cocktail and try some of the wines. Have a good chat with the Sommelier and the rest of his team.
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No 6, Str. 13 Preah Ang Eng St. (13)
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https://www.facebook.com/lemanolis.pp
Photo from Facebook
Kravanh
Kravanh | Classic Cambodian Cuisine. Located in a colonial house, founder Toan Ek Sophie sources the best ingredients sustainably and works directly with small farmers and fisherman for her menu with a curated wine list.
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Phnom, 74 Oknha Ket St. (174)
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Photo from Facebook/bouchonwinebar
Bouchon Wine Bar
Bouchon Wine Bar | Set downtown in a colonial house, Bouchon features a good selection of French wines married with French cuisine.
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phnom, 82 Oknha Ket St. (174)
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www.facebook.com/bouchonwinebar
Photo from Facebook
Tales of the Tipple.
A vibrant tipple scene in Phnom Penh. Here are some of my must-visits.
Seekers Spirits
Seekers Spirits | The first Gin ever created in Cambodia using local ingredients like coconuts and pandan. Uniquely a twist on Modern Cambodia.
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1577 NR2, Phnom Penh
https://www.seekersspirits.com/
​Photo from www.facebook.com/seekersspirits
Odin Bar
A secret speakeasy style bar with over 300 different type of whisky & gins. Paired with Japanese Izakaya cuisine. Do ask around for the location of the bar.
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St 306, KH Bkk1, No#50,Street 306
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https://www.facebook.com/barodinpp/
Photo from Facebook
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Samai Distillery
Samai Distillery | Ms. Moang Darachampich, the first rum master distiller in Cambodia together with a team of experts uses top quality sugar cane molasses combined with local ingredients like the Kampot pepper and aging in special French & American oak barrels, ex-bourbon barrels and sherry casks. Creating Cambodia’s first premium rum distillery and brand from scratch.
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#9b, Street 830, 830 Samdach Sothearos Blvd
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https://www.samaidistillery.com
Photo from Facebook/SamaiDistillery
Kampot.
Just under 3 hours drive to this amazing town, home of the famous Kampot Pepper.
Tertúlia Restaurant Kampot
Tertulia Restaurant Kampot | A Portuguese restaurant located in Kampot, opened by a couple who's passionate about food and wine. Serving honest Portuguese cuisine paired with Portuguese wines.
Kampong Kreung Village
https://www.facebook.com/kampottertulia
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La Plantation Kampot Pepper Farm
La Plantation Kamport Pepper Farm Tour | Used by renowned chefs all around the world, the Kampot pepper is extra fragrant, fruity and spicy at the same time. La Plantation offers free guide tours. Book a tour from your hotel in Kampot that combines transports. Tip - Try the Kampot Pepper ice cream.
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Bosjheng village, Kampot
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https://laplantation.com/en/about-us/visit-our-farm/
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Rikitikitavi Hotel and Restaurant
Rikitikitavi Hotel and Restaurant | Originally constructed in the 1920s, it transformed into a Khmer Rouge theatre. It became a military barracks in 1970's when the Vietnamese forces moved in as many military artefacts were discovered during their renovations. Today it features a gym, hotel and restaurant and bar. Say hello to Paulo and his friendly team and sommelier.
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Riverside Road (Corner of Street 735, and Street 728)
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https://rikitikitavi-kampot.com/
Photo from facebook/RikitikitaviKampot
Siem Reap.
Just under 6 hours drive from Phnom Peng to this amazing town, home of the UNESCO famous Angkor Wat
Check out our article on Siem Reap here.
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Traveller's Tip | The drive from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap would take about 5-6 hours. Siem Reap city is located about 1 hours from the new SAI Siem Reap airport which will cost another 60usd. It would be worthwhile just hiring a private driver or taking the coach to reach Siem Reap and stopping midway for lunch to enjoy the country side drive. Here's some of our drivers.
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Pou Mao Tours
+855 93 506 505 ​​
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Sum Pisey Private Driver
+855 77 733 199​​
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Curated.
Matthieu is based in Paris.
He works as Chef de Cabine PNC. He is also an onboard Sommelier and is very fascinated by the arts and culture of Cambodia.
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Dennis is based in Cambodia.
He is from Sydney and currently resides in Phnom Penh, loves food and wines
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JJ is based in Sydney.
He works as a Business First Cabin Crew and is a Sommelier in the sky and teaches hospitality.